What you need to do before performing work:

Divisions proposing to handle beryllium materials in a destructive manner shall contact the Industrial Hygiene Group for a baseline exposure assessment. If it is determined that the work may lead to airborne exposure, formal work authorization (such as an Activity Hazard Document) may be required. Additionally, some tasks require DOE approval prior to commencement.

Completion of training is recommended for all personnel working with beryllium materials and is required for those with possible exposure above the DOE Action Level.

Develop controls.

Workers performing beryllium work with a potential for airborne exposure shall comply with the requirements of this chapter and with their qualification levels, training, and work authorizations.

Personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be required for the protection of employees performing any beryllium work, including welding. These requirements will be part of a Job Hazards Analysis, an Activity Hazard Document, or another written work procedure.